Independence Harbor, Inc.

Independence Harbor was not only the most beautiful place to have a wedding, but the staff and coordinators were especially helpful and went out of their way to make our day perfect. Everyone we talked to was so nice and accommodating. The wait staff even brought us each out a second dinner so it would not be cold when we were ready to sit and eat because we were busy going around to all of the tables when dinner was initially served! My husband and I were extremely satisfied with the overall experience and would highly recommend Independence Harbor to anyone looking for a top notch wedding venue!

Independence Harbor was wonderful from the very beginning to the end! Each and every staff member was responsive, helpful, accommodating, friendly, and great people. We are extremely glad we stumbled upon I.H. online!

Independence Harbor was the perfect setting for our wedding reception. From the very beginning, the entire staff at Independence Harbor was more than helpful. IH coordinates your event and walks you through the process in a thoughtful and thorough manner. IH's communication is exceptional! From the months leading up to your event, to the week and days before the big day, IH is always available and in constant communication you.
Our reception was amazing! Truly, the best day of our lives. We didn't have to worry or stress about a single thing. Maddie and Matt had literally every detail under control. Attention to detail is IH's specialty. For our pictures, during cocktail hour, Maddie was sure to bring us and the wedding party appetizers and beverages as needed.
And the food...... I can't tell you how happy I was with every single course that was served. The appetizers were phenominal, but nothing compares to the Surf n' Turf option that we selected for our guests. My guests are still commenting on how delicious the meal was.
The most impressive part of the evening was at the end, when Maddie and Matt made sure that everything we brought on site, was prepared and packed for us to leave. We did not have to run around and collect our items, it was done for us. This allowed us more time to spend with our family and guests.
There is no better place to have your wedding reception period. I have been thankful everyday since our wedding that I listened to my sister and my best friend, who had both attended weddings at Independence Harbor and insisted that I make an appointment to see the venue.

Independence Harbor is a wonderful place for a wedding! We had our reception their on Oct. 22, and it was amazing!!!! Starting with Anne & Connie, I can't say enough about how wonderful they are! They were always willing to answer any questions I had..they were responsive via email and phone! Maddie was our coordinator and she was great. Deb (I hope that's her name) was great! She was very attentive with us, our meals, drinks, etc. I thought that it would be jammed since we had 210 people but it was very roomy. The fireplace was a nice touch and friends and family loved taking pictures in front of it. It was wonderful! I can't tell you how many compliments I received on the venue and the food. I had a lot of critics, since my family is italian and they are very particular with their food. Everyone was very pleased with their meals, which I was VERY HAPPY! It's horrible when you go to a wedding and the food stinks...well IH knows what they are doing! Everything was amazing!!!

Independence Harbor was, not only one of the most beautiful venues we looked at, but also the most affordable. The staff were extremely helpfull, professional and thoughtful. Our food was amazing and we had many options to choose from. Our day was seemless and so amazing, literaly nothing went wrong!! Thank you Independence Harbor for so many beautiful memories!!

Independence Harbor is amazing. You can not find a more beautiful place to hold a wedding ceremony and reception south of boston. The flower gardens are breath taking and the reception room is surrounded by windows so you can enjoy the view the entire reception. The food is delicous and everyone loved their meals. The staff is friendly and easy to work with. They did all the work and I showed up! They even talked to my vendors directly and answered any questions they had. It is completely handicapped accessible and very open. The ceremony and reception were better than I could imagine. I highly recommend all brides to consider this beautiful and affordable venue!

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I would pick them again if it were to be. I don't think so but at least I got my point across. I love that I was the only wedding going on. I got married out in the gazebo and not that they could make it happen but it was a beautiful day. The option of getting married outside is what I picked this vendor plus reviews here. It could not have been better. The food was better then great and the chocolate fountain is still being talked about. I have three weddings this year and everyone says chocolate fountain is a must. Oh.. I don't know where she came from but when I dripped chocolate on my grown she was there to help. Wow!!! They have it all together and everything went very smooth. The sever that followed us around during pictures on the beautiful grounds was so nice a touch. It was June so it was hot and that was the best to have a drink and snack as needed. Let them do what they do best, weddings, and you won't be sorry.

My husband and I were so happy to have chosen Independence Harbor for our wedding (ceremony & reception). We had an evening ceremony outside in the gazebo and the ambiance, with the sun setting amidst all of those beautiful flowers and trees, could not have been more inviting. The reception room is also very beautiful and spacious, having been renovated just a short time ago. The environment certainly enabled our guests to feel at ease and so many have told us how much fun they had.

The coordinators at I.H. did a superb job in helping us to plan our event. Likewise, all of the staff who assisted us on our wedding day were very accommodating and always professional. The food was outstanding! Need we say more? In closing, we highly recommend Independence Harbor to anyone who is searching for a wedding venue.

Dr. Lisa Raposa Millar

They provided such a beautiful atmosphere for our January wedding. The fireplace was an amazing backdrop, and the white lights around the facility made it look very whimsical. The food was exceptional, and all of our guests complimented us on it and the service provided. Maddie is amazing to work with. Connnie can be a bit overbearing at the beginning, but they do an amazing job keeping everything flowing smoothly.

Independence Harbor was incredible from the the time we booked to the lights being turned on at the end of the reception. Connie was always available to answer any and all questions leading up to the big day. Maddie was our coordinator the day of and she was fantastic- she was attentive to our needs and made the day flow flawlessly. The room and garden were beautiful and the food was delicious! My only problem was my heels digging into the ground. I lost my balance several times while pictures were being taken and it made it very difficult to continue. But overall- IH was great and I would recommend it.

Matt and I had our wedding at Independent Harbor. The staffs were very helpful and polite. Food was great! I love the surrounding environment and the garden. I highly recommend this venue to any future bride.

Independence Harbor and their wonderful staff made our wedding day flawless. Even though it rained and we were unable to have our ceremony outside, it was perfect. Being near the fireplace was the perfect spot to have the ceremony. The food was excellent :) Everything was well organized and went off without any issues. The day flew by!

I got married at Independence Harbor in Assonet on 3/16/07. My coordinators there (Matt and Maddie) were exceptional and I have nothing but good memories about my experience here. I got married in the worst snowstorm of the 2006-2007 season (basically the ONLY snowstorm we had that season!) and Matt and Maddie did a great job. I was completely calm the whole evening and I owe everything to them! The food came out hot and delicious. The guests were raving about the food! The ballroom was absolutely gorgeous and the fireplace was roaring. The chocolate fountain was a HUGE hit and the guest were raving about that as well. Other than starting a little late (because of the snow and the fact that I was late arriving) everything went off without a hitch. The best part of IH is that they are affordable. I had a gorgeous wedding for a fraction of the price I would have paid anywhere else in the Boston area. If you are considering IH you would not be disappointed with their quality of service.

I cannot say enough good things about Independence Harbor. They were great from the very first day we toured the grounds until the end of my wedding. They helped me with so much and my day was truly great because of them. Oh and the food is excellent. I recommend going to Sunday brunch. You will not be disappointed.

An Oasis in Massachussetts. Connie Dunning and her group and the reception venue were out of this world. Exceeded our expectations.

Amazing!!! My husband and I have been talking about how smoothly everything went. The food was amazing, the room looked exactly as I had pictured it and the tiniest details were taken care of, down to the arrangement of the cranberry wreath centerpieces. Our coordinator, Matt, was awesome - easygoing, funny, and yet managed to keep everything running seamlessly on the day of the wedding. If there's a prettier or more reasonably priced venue in the greater Boston area, I haven't seen it.

I loved Independence Harbor. So clean and elegant. Employees were more than helpful, and very professional. My wedding was picture perfect!

Most of the guests are still commenting on what a beautiful wedding and reception it was and some didn't know Independence Harbor existed and were going to keep it in mind for future events.Everything went off without a hitch, and the hostess was wonderful about getting things rolling, so we didn't waste time waiting for things to happen.

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Independence Harbor is an ideal place for a dream wedding! The 20 acre landscape is a stunning and meticulously cared for perennial and annual garden, with paths and gorgeous views of the beautiful Assonet River, where a white crane lives and practically poses for pictures! You couldn't ask for a more picturesque backdrop for your wedding photos! The Garden house/ reception hall is also beautiful and unique, with a stone fireplace, stained glass, lovely views of the gardens from every seat, and many more charming details! The people at I.H. were above and beyond! Although they set the stage for so many special events, they still manage to make everything special for you and treat you as sincerely as possible so that it truly is YOUR special day! It poured on our wedding day and they still found ways to help us get the right pictures in and escorted us with umbrellas when we needed them, and our pictures were still wonderful, thanks to their guidance. All of our guests had a fantastic time, and raved about the food (We suggest Buffet # 3!)! The visual details of the food display and the tastes were remarkable. A great value also, as they help with many aspects of planning and guiding as you make your plans. They use a very constructive reception questionnaire which really helps you visualize how you would like things to be. I would say the great management,personable service and setting are key to this venue. We highly recommend it!

Independence Harbor did a fabulous job on our wedding (which was just a few weeks ago). They are wedding professionals and the staff are both organized and personable. They will do whatever they can to help make your day special.
Our wedding was spectacular! From the ceremony to the reception, IH did an excellent job and everything was perfect. They are exceptional at what they do and I would highly recommend Independence Harbor for any bride planning her wedding.
The grounds and gardens are beautiful. The outdoor flowers, stone wall and wagon make a great background for pictures and are amazing.

Because they are busy making your day perfect, the only downside is that pictures cannot be taken prior to the wedding ceremony (which is completely understandable and for us, it was even better that way) and you are limited to the reception times given.

These were pretty easy overcome given you really do not have to worry about anything on your special day. IH takes care of it all. Our wedding was better than I could have even imagined and our guests are still raving about it and how much everyone really enjoyed the day! It really does not get much better than that and we will always remember our special day that took place at IH!

A special thank you to Connie, Anne, Matt and everyone at IH who made the day so wonderful!

Independence Harbor was absolutely beautiful, and the food was amazing. The staff was extremely helpful and worked well to make our wedding a night that we will never forget. The only con, was the strict rules that Independence Harbor had (reason for 4 stars) but in the end the strictness was not as bad as originally thought.

I got married at Independence Harbor in April 2010 and we loved it. We had our wedding on a Thursday night and everything was beautiful. We had Matt and Roberta helping us through the night and they were great. In fact, Matt ended up bustling my dress and Roberta let me know when the rain lightened up so we could sneak outside for more pics. IH was always willing to answer any questions I had. I was kind of a laid back bride and didn't worry too much about the details, but did at the last minute. I was worried that with our limited budget, things might look skimpy, but I had no reason to worry. Everything was gorgeous! We got calls the next day from our guests complimenting everything. We had a buffet and our guests loved it so much they went up for seconds. IH is the best place around, especially for the price/value.

Though in the beginning I was a little stressed out by some of the restrictions of the place but at the end of the day everything turn out perfect.
I did not have to worry about anything, trusting that the staff knew exactly what they were doing.
Matt was our coordinator for the day and though I knew he was under a lot of stress I did not get to see that on his face during my interaction with him which to me made a huge difference. You don’t want to see your coordinator stress or upset as a bride… He was able to meet with me to go over the details of the wedding and provided suggestions and feedbacks.
Anne and Connie were very good in responding to my questions and concerns…. I like the reminder letters.
I had a wonderful time on my wedding day and so did everyone else I talked to. The place is fabulous and the staffs are very competent on what they do.
If you want to get married at Independence Harbor you won’t regret it but, as a bride you will need to be flexible on some of their restrictions which can be difficult at first.
I used two of their referring vendors A formal Limousine and Arts International bakery in Raynham. They were great.

Lovely venue, great value for the money, polite and helpful staff; would not have chosen differently after, extremely pleased!

My wedding ceremony and reception was held at Independence Harbor and I couldn't rave enough about how great the day went. Connie, Maddie, Matt, and Roberta were top notch to work with. whats also great is that you can visit the site pretty regularly during your wedding planning and the 1st Sunday of every month you can go to a brunch that they hold in the dinning room.

the only negatives are that it can get pricey when dealing with the food and you can't bring anything in besides the cake. also potential people looking to book a wedding can come and peek in on the room while your wedding reception is going on. it's very subtle when this happens and my husband and I were totally cool with because we totally did the same thing during our process :) but at least several times during the day of our wedding I had wedding guest say " hey whose the strangers that keeps standing at the doorway and watching us?!"

I would just explain it's the nature of the beast that they only have weekend functions so thats when other future bride and grooms can view the venue. It's like if you a fancy chukie cheese for weddings. say I do, have some, cake, dance a little... next wedding!

We had a wonderful experience with the entire IH team!!! Things couldn't have gone more smoothly- from the planning all the way through our wedding day. Matt was GREAT on the day of the wedding and made sure that there were no snags in the day!

Independence Harbor is absolutely beautiful. Our wedding day was smooth and amazing, thanks to the staff. My only critique would be that there is a lack of flexibility; however, this is part of the reason things go so smoothly...they know what they are doing.

This place is beautiful no matter what season. The pictures came out wonderful, the place is landscaped phenomenally. More importantly, the service is excellent, all of the staff were very professional, they knew exactly what they were doing, took ownership over their responsibilities and performed well up to the day and on the day of our wedding. They answered several emails I sent promptly and completetly, kept track of our specific details (eg even though they do many weddings we didnt feel like it was a wedding mill), and really orchestrated the day so we didnt have to worry about it. Classy and professional are the best words I have to describe it.

At times they were less flexible than other places on several of their policies - ie type of bar provided, certain amenities, etc. Nothing that changed the tone of the day, but certainly something to consider. Of course, I believe it was worth it overall given their professionalism and services provided, especially in comparison to other venues. They did, however, accomodate several requests that I made (kids table, set up, table linens) and so I cant ding them terribly even on this aspect.

The food was delicious - I'm still getting compliments on it several months later to the tune of "That was not only the best wedding meal I've had, it was just a great meal!" and well-priced for their area. The chef also made food carvings that amused the guests during the cocktail hour. I would definitely recommend this place to any couple considering getting married in this area.

The day was lovely, the grounds were exceptional, the food was memorable! I couldn't have asked for a better wedding day.

I can’t say enough about the staff here! They were excellent – very accommodating, very pleasant, very helpful, VERY thorough. Maddie (the coordinator for the night) was just wonderful. She was so attentive and just in control of every single thing. We dropped everything off there the day before, and the staff set up EVERYTHING for us (centerpieces, favors, place cards, guestbook, etc). Oh, and the food was great :o) Independence Harbor’s prices are so reasonable! Definitely check it out if you’re still looking.

IH was such a perfect place for a wedding. We are lucky to have found such a beautiful reception facility. We chose Chicken Portuguese and Baked Stuffed Scrod both of which were excellent. My ONLY quam with IH was that they were EXTREMLY strict with thier rules. However, the day of the reception the staff was very accomidating.

Although they are not very flexible during the planning process, the day of went very smoothly due to their organization, attention to detail and professionalism. The food and service was excellent. I would highly recommend this venue to anyone looking for beautiful grounds at an affordable rate.

In the end we could not have been happier with how our wedding turned out. During the planning process there were a few times that Independence Harbor was a little difficult to work with. They will only allow the bridal party to get there an hour before the ceremony starts, so you can't do pictures before, you have to do them during your cocktail hour. The food ended up being great, which actually surprised me a little because I didn't think it was that good when we did the tasting. Honestly though, for the day of the event- it was perfect. The grounds are beautiful and everything ran so smoothly.

We chose Independence Harbor for their beautiful grounds, private venue and the vibe of their atmosphere matched us as a couple. Their prices were very manageable and they helped us work out our food choices.
Two issues included their lack of flexibility with time arrival for a Sat evening wedding (especially since our church ceremony was at 2p) and one of their rude and unprofessional coordinator, Connie. While asking questions and planning things with her, she at times would roll her eyes or chuckle with our requests. I don't mean to bash an individual but when dealing with an event that is costing someone alot of money, you should not be insulting them especially when they are representing the establishment.
I was very happy to hear that the day of our wedding, I would be dealing with Madelyn, who was absolutely wonderful. She kept the night rolling and continued to check in with me through the night.
The food was delicious. My only disappointment was the chocolate fountain which I was so excited for. They presented it at the start of the reception with the hors d'oeuvres but took it away very early that some people never saw it, including my husband and I who were outside taking pics. I would recommend asking if they could bring it out later on in the night possibly with the serving of the cake.
All in all it was a great day and I would definitely recommend IH.

The venue was beautiful. I wanted someplace with lots of light, some antique touches, and beautiful grounds for photography and I got it all. We had a Sunday morning wedding. No one was allowed in until 30 minutes before the ceremony started, even the bride. That left for a very frantic getting ready, since I didn't want to put my dress on until we arrived to keep from getting wrinkled. The food was good. The staff was professional. Having a ceremony, the photography, and reception all in one place when they have very strict schedules can be tough and mean a short day overall for your wedding, but it's hard to find a more beautiful location.

Greet Place! Great Value for price! the view is so amazing! my husband and i just melted away passionately here.

The food is excellent. We still have guests commenting on it.
Although the grounds, which are absolutely beautiful, held the initial appeal for us, the weather did not permit the outdoor ceremony for which we had hoped.
However, we were not disappointed with the indoor ceremony by the fireplace.
The interior design is classic and tasteful. Quality furniture, and traditional de'cor are complimented by the views of the grounds through the multi-pained windows lining both sides of the dining room.
We would definitely recommend this facility.

The quality of the food is well represented at the monthly brunch.

We went with the "Private Wedding Brunch", as our wedding was on a Sunday morning. The appetizers were great, everything offered during the buffet was delicious.

The Wedding Coordinator was a bit rude, other than that the place was beautiful and everything ran very smoothly. I kept the cost down by booking it on a Friday and off-season.

The cost at this location is very good, but they are not flexible on many points which made having the ceremony AND reception at the location a bit tricky; Most notably they do not allow anyone (except other vendors) to arrive except 30 minutes before the ceremony begins, INCLUDING THE BRIDE. So all guests had to get it, and get seated very quickly to start on time.

Other than that, they were very responsive, though they do not notify you when you have a payment deadline coming up, so mark your calendars.

Day of food was good, service was good, and everything went well (Save the very beginning, which was crammed).

Independence Harbor is a GORGEOUS and private location to have a wedding reception (my ceremony was elsewhere)! Your pictures will look beautiful with all the flowers in the background! The food was great and the service was great as well! The lady who you first meet with when you are interested in the venue is a little dry and kind of comes off as crabby but she really knows her stuff and has been in the business a long time. I gave 3 stars for value but only because we got married in the "in season" so we paid the highest prices for everything. Also, i was peeved that CHILDREN's chicken fingers (5 chicken fingers with fries) cost $42 each. Also, all our vendors had to be included in the total count for appetizers, toast, etc., eventhough they were not part of that.
I gave 1 star for flexibilty because I did not find them to be flexible at all. Two of my vendors also made comments about their strict rules and how they aren't known for their flexibilty. When you read their rules you might find yourself laughing at how silly some of them are. I understand that they have a reason for everything and also that they have been in business a long time so I'm sure they have seen a lot. They have a list of what is not allowed, such as no votive candles, no live-fish centerpieces, no confetti, no outside food allowed, no this, no that. I didn't really deal with them much, my mom took care of most things and she frequently said how inflexible they were.
Overall, my wedding was great!!!! The grounds were gorgeous, the food was great, everything about the wedding was wonderful and the night went very smoothly!!! We got a lot of positive comments from guests afterwards. If I had to go back and do it all over again would I book Independence Harbor again? I honestly don't know. I'd probably look elsewhere, pay less and be able to invite more people. Aside from the beautiful grounds, I don't think they offered anything that other places can't offer. If money is not an issue at all for you then I would say book here. If you are concerned about the cost then I would go elsewhere and don't be overly heartbroken about it; your personal touches and your family and friends will make it a great wedding reguardless of where it is held.

While the location is beautiful and the food was great, I had a problem with their lack of flexibility when it came to getting into the reception hall...they book 2 weddings (events) on a Saturday (afternoon and evening) so we couldnt get in until 6:30pm...it would have been fine if our ceremony wasnt at 3pm!! They only allowed us in because our Limo driver begged and probably bribed the banquet manager that night!!

I have worked at indpendence harbor a few times and I just love it! They staff is amazing, the food is awesome and you cannot beat the landscape. I would definitely recommend them.

We have worked as a preferred vendor of Independence Harbor for 10 years, and they are extremely professional. Its always a pleasure working with there staff, they make our job of providing limousine services much easier. In addition our family loves to frequent there Sunday brunch, the food is exceptional and the grounds are always manicured to perfection.

Breathtaking scenic venue and wonderful staff !

I have photographed many weddings at Independence Harbour and always love working there. The staff is great, food is amazing and they have a ton of photo options. I have even photographed a couple in the snow in February! I highly recommend them!

I highly recommend Independance Harbor for your wedding. The property is always beautiful and it is perfect for your ceremony, cocktail hour and reception. They are so professional and friendly, very attentive and take pride in making your day special. I have been a part of many weddings there and cannot wait for the next one.

independence harbor was very attentive to detail and had a helpful staff who was considerate and professional. their establishment is well-maintained and everybody was very pleasant. it was a pleasure shooting a wedding there.

We have filmed weddings at the beautiful Independence Harbor, and the beauty of this venue is beyond compare to anywhere else. They keep the grounds picture perfect. The staff have always been helpful and friendly, adhering to the common goal of creating a memorable once in a life time event for each couple they serve. It is always a pleasure to work at Independence Harbor.